What is the cheapest way to get from Bilbao to Barcelona?

The cheapest way to get from Bilbao to Barcelona is to rideshare which costs €32 and takes 7h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bilbao to Barcelona?

The fastest way to get from Bilbao to Barcelona is to bus and fly which takes 3h 34m and costs €70 - €230.

Is there a direct bus between Bilbao and Barcelona?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bilbao Intermodal and arriving at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Bilbao and Barcelona?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bilbao-Abando and arriving at Barcelona-Sants. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 11m.

How far is it from Bilbao to Barcelona?

The distance between Bilbao and Barcelona is 496 km. The road distance is 580.1 km.

How do I travel from Bilbao to Barcelona without a car?

The best way to get from Bilbao to Barcelona without a car is to train via Zaragoza which takes 6h 34m and costs €70 - €150.

How long does it take to get from Bilbao to Barcelona?

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Bilbao to Barcelona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bilbao to Barcelona bus from?

Bilbao to Barcelona bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Bilbao Intermodal station.

Where do I catch the Bilbao to Barcelona train from?

Bilbao to Barcelona train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Bilbao-Abando station.

Train, bus or fly from Bilbao to Barcelona?

The best way to get from Bilbao to Barcelona is to fly which takes 3h 39m and costs €30 - €140. Alternatively, you can train via Zaragoza, which costs €70 - €150 and takes 6h 34m, you could also bus, which costs €50 - €80 and takes 7h 15m.

Where does the Bilbao to Barcelona bus arrive?

Bilbao to Barcelona bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants station.

Where does the Bilbao to Barcelona train arrive?

Bilbao to Barcelona train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Zaragoza-Delicias station.

Can I drive from Bilbao to Barcelona?

Yes, the driving distance between Bilbao to Barcelona is 580 km. It takes approximately 6h 25m to drive from Bilbao to Barcelona.

How do I get a train ticket from Bilbao to Barcelona?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bilbao to Barcelona?

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Where can I stay near Barcelona?

There are 5142+ hotels available in Barcelona.

Can I share a ride from Bilbao to Barcelona?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Bilbao and Barcelona. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Bilbao to Barcelona - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, rideshare

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There are 9 ways to get from Bilbao to Barcelona by plane, train (Renfe, Ouigo), bus, rideshare, train (Renfe), or car

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Fly from Bilbao Airport
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1. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)plane BIO - BCN
3h 39m
€32–138
Train via Zaragoza
1. Take the train from Bilbao-Abando to Zaragoza-Deliciastrain Alv
2. Take the train from Zaragoza-Delicias to Barcelona-Santstrain Ave
6h 34m
€73–144
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Santsbus ALSA - Sder-Barna / ...
7h 15m
€50–80
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Bilbao to Barcelonerideshare 578.8 km
7h 3m
€32
Bus to Santander Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Parada de autobús del aeropuerto de Santanderbus
2. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)plane SDR - BCN
4h 6m
€85–234
Bus to Vitoria-Gasteiz Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Bilbao Bolueta to Aireportua/Aeropuerto Vitoria-Gasteizbus
2. Fly from Vitoria-Gasteiz Airport (VIT) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)plane VIT - BCN
3h 34m
€71–221
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Bilbao-Abando to Barcelona-Santstrain Alv
7h 11m
€80–130
Bus via Donostia / San Sebastián
1. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastiánbus Do01 / ...
2. Take the bus from Donostia-San Sebastián Estación de Autobuses to Barcelona Estació d'Autobusos Nordbus
10h 45m
€52–87
Drive 580.1 km
1. Drive from Bilbao to Barcelonacar 580.1 km
6h 25m
€93–134

Bilbao to Barcelona by train

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Distance: 495.9 km
Duration: 3h 39m

What companies run services between Bilbao, Spain and Barcelona, Spain?

Vueling Airlines flies from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Bilbao-Abando to Barcelona-Sants via Zaragoza-Delicias in around 6h 34m.

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